Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Des Moines?

Flights from Ottawa to Des Moines usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Des Moines?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Des Moines.

Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Des Moines pass through?

Most connecting flights from Ottawa to Des Moines pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Des Moines?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Ottawa to Des Moines. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 620 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 999, a difference of C$ 380. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Des Moines?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Ottawa to Des Moines changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 882 to C$ 2,371. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1 hour behind Ottawa (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 45 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Payless • Budget • Alamo • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Des Moines flight?

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Des Moines range from C$ 620 to C$ 721, with an average of C$ 654 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 620 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Des Moines?

United Airlines (C$ 961) and Air Canada (C$ 1,082) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Ottawa to Des Moines?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 766. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Ottawa to Des Moines, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Ottawa to Des Moines layovers at 3h 54m over the past three months.

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Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

2:05 p.m. - 10:11 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

9h 06m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

8:41 p.m. - 12:37 a.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

26h 56m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 882Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

9:45 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

13h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:05 a.m. - 9:56 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

14h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

C$ 961United Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

4:46 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:50 a.m. - 9:16 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

10h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 961United Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

4:46 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:09 p.m. - 1:11 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

19h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

C$ 961United Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

6:15 a.m. - 5:28 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

12h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

5h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 985United Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

9:45 a.m. - 10:59 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

14h 14m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 a.m. - 9:56 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

12h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

C$ 985United Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

6:00 a.m. - 5:33 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

12h 33m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 a.m. - 9:16 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

12h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 987United Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

2:00 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

8h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:05 a.m. - 7:27 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

12h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 987United Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

10:50 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

12h 05m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:05 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 1,082Air Canada

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

4:46 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-DSM Des Moines

6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 a.m. - 9:16 p.m.DSM Des Moines-YOW Ottawa

12h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 1,085Air Canada

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Des Moines?: United Airlines (C$ 961) and Air Canada (C$ 1,082) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Des Moines?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Des Moines.
Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Des Moines?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Des Moines flight?
Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Des Moines range from C$ 620 to C$ 721, with an average of C$ 654 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 620 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Ottawa to Des Moines changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 882 to C$ 2,371. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?
Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 45 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Des Moines?
Flights from Ottawa to Des Moines usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Des Moines pass through?
Most connecting flights from Ottawa to Des Moines pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Des Moines?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Ottawa to Des Moines. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 620 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 999, a difference of C$ 380.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Ottawa and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Ottawa (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 620, about C$ 380 less than Wednesday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Des Moines trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 420 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 844 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.

• Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
• Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
• Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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